chive

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Noun chive has 1 sense

chives, chive, cive, schnittlaugh, Allium schoenoprasum - perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning
--₁ is a kind of alliaceous plant
--₁ has parts: chives

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Chive

Noun:

1. A small, slender herb with long hollow leaves that are used as a culinary ingredient, typically in salads, soups, and sauces.

Example sentence: "I sprinkled some freshly chopped chives on top of the potato soup."

Noun:

2. (usually used in plural) The leaves of the chive plant, used as a seasoning or garnish.

Example sentence: "The chef added a handful of chopped chives to the omelet as a final touch."

Verb:

1. To cut or chop chives finely as a preparation for cooking.

Example sentence: "Make sure to chive the herbs before adding them to the salad dressing."

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characteristic of a particular local community or region.

Example sentence: "They performed a traditional chive dance at the local festival."